Sleep Disorders

…have blood sugar or sleep problems—and that’s the interrelationship between blood sugar and sleep. Inadequate Sleep Increases Risk of Diabetes First of all, research has shown that inadequate sleep increases risk of diabetes. One study found that after sleeping only four hours a night…

…sleepdisorder and one in eight adults who simply have trouble sleeping use prescription sleep aids. This is just one of the key findings from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), 2005–2010, which was conducted to determine how many US adults use prescription sleep…

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) recently released their latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). I have issues with several of the classifications in this manual; however, one this go-around is particularly irksome. They are now calling caffeine…

…more sleep could improve the condition. In fact, just one additional hour of sleep above six hours a night was shown to lower insulin resistance by nine percent. But teens aren’t the only ones at risk, sleepless adults are too. Dr. Mark Mahowald ofthe Minnesota Regional SleepDisorders Center…

…benefits imparted by a good night’s sleep.Sleep Apnea: A Serious, Common SleepDisorder A flood of research reveals links between sleep deprivation and a broad range of health concerns. In addition to making you tired and cranky, poor sleep can wreck your memory and mood, make you fat,…

…world for someone who had brain fog every day for years.” — J.C. Sleeping Like a Log “I don’t know what you’re doing here, and what this equipment really does, but I’ve been sleeping like a log.”— Linda M. In addition to the health conditions listed…

…seem to shake? Whether it’s racking spasms that leave you red in the face and gasping for air, an irritating distraction that interferes with sleep or other activities, or just an annoying tickle in the throat that has to be “scratched,” chronic cough significantly impairs quality…

…anti-epileptic medication that has been around since the 1930s, was an effective therapy for treating depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I was astonished. Like all physicians, I thought Dilantin was used only to control seizures. However, if you understand how this drug works,…

Nearly 13 million Americans suffer with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), an umbrella term for respiratory disorders that include emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD not only impairs quality of life, it is our third-leading cause of death. Although there is no known cure for this…

…treatment for fibromyalgia. * Recommend melatonin for addressing poor sleep and pain. Many patients with fibromyalgia have sleep issues, and for them I recommend 1–3 mg of supplemental melatonin at bedtime. Known as the “sleep hormone,” melatonin has also been shown to reduce pain…

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs only in winter. Also referred to as the “winter blues,” SAD is accompanied by longer sleep, increased appetite and carbohydrate cravings, often with weight gain. It resolves in the spring or summer and then recurs as…

…we use it at Whitaker Wellness, along with selenium and silymarin, to treat hepatitis and other liver diseases. Research suggests that the “sleep hormone” melatonin boosts glutathione status too, by stimulating production of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidase. The suggested…

…the same. Plus, I have other concerns about the flu vaccine. In past years it’s been associated with hundreds of cases of neurological disorders such as Guillan-Barre syndrome. In addition, several studies have demonstrated that the flu vaccine actually weakens the immune system. Finally,…

…Other Natural Treatments for ADHD If you or a loved one suffers with ADHD, you should also rule out the following risk factors. Sleep apnea and other sleep disturbances can make anyone unfocused and inattentive. A diet rich in sugar and refined carbohydrates may lead to reactive hypoglycemia,…

…of Medicine, and the list of conditions treated is diverse. That’s not surprising since people have been using heat to heal diseases and disorders for millennia. Hippocrates prescribed water and steam baths for pain and skin conditions, Native Americans sat in sweat lodges for rheumatism and…

…They include eating a Mediterranean-type diet, engaging in regular exercise (mental and physical), and making sure you get a good night’s sleep. There are also several nutrients and other targeted supplements that have been demonstrated to support cognitive function and help prevent memory…

…problems and other conditions. Burning mouth syndrome may also be caused by neuropathy (nerve damage), allergies, insulin resistance, or thyroid disorders, so if symptoms persist, see your doctor. * Diagonal creases in earlobes can signal increased risk of heart disease, according to a few studies.…